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Celtic falls 3-0 to Rangers in Scottish League Cup quarterfinal

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 9:35 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Celtic falls 3-0 to Rangers in Scottish League Cup quarterfinal
Summary

Celtic suffered a 3-0 defeat to Rangers at Ibrox on September 13, 2026, resulting in their exit from the Scottish League Cup. Manager Martin O'Neill faced criticism for his lineup choices, particularly the starting positions of Sam Johnstone and Sebastian Tounekti. Earlier this season, Celtic also collapsed in the Champions League, surrendering a 4-0 lead against LAS K. Following the defeat, O'Neill acknowledged the need to learn from these experiences and hinted at upcoming tactical adjustments.

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By the Numbers
  • •Celtic lost 3-0 to Rangers in the Scottish League Cup quarterfinals.
  • •The defeat follows a collapse in the Champions League earlier this season.
  • •Martin O'Neill defended his player selections post-match amidst fan criticism.
  • •O'Neill emphasized the need for learning and tactical improvements moving forward.
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What they're saying
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Starting Sebastian Tounekti was a big mistake, but so too was selecting Sam Johnstone over Viljami Sinisalo…13th September 2026; Ibrox, Scottish League Cup Football, Rangers versus Celtic; Benjamin ...

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Martin O’Neill explains his decision to start with Sam Johnstone and Sebastian Tounekti while also praising Colby Donovan…13th September 2026; Ibrox. Scottish League Cup Football, Rangers versus C...

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